For larger households, commercial buildings, and businesses across Kenya's coast — Mombasa, Malindi, Diani, Kilifi, Watamu — needing more storage than a standard 5-10kWh battery provides, the Felicity LPBF48350 delivers a substantial 17.5kWh of energy storage in a single 48V unit. It's well suited to running heavier loads such as air conditioning, multiple appliances, or commercial equipment through extended power outages, making it a strong middle-tier option between the 10.24kWh and 25kWh batteries in the Felicity range.

Built with Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) chemistry, the battery offers non-toxic, non-flammable, and thermally stable performance, rated for 6000+ deep discharge cycles at 80% Depth of Discharge — translating to a realistic 10+ year design life under normal daily use. Charge efficiency of 98% or higher means minimal energy loss between charging and discharging, an important factor for households and businesses trying to maximize the value of their solar generation. Self-discharge stays below 3% per month, so the battery retains its charge well even during periods of lighter use.

A built-in Battery Management System (BMS) provides comprehensive protection against overcharging, over-discharging, short circuits, and overheating, while RS485/CAN communication protocols allow seamless integration with compatible hybrid inverters for coordinated system operation. The battery handles up to 10,000W of maximum output and input power, supporting genuinely demanding applications — from large off-grid homes and commercial buildings to telecommunications infrastructure and data centers requiring stable, uninterrupted power. It's maintenance-free, requiring no water refilling or regular servicing, and operates across a wide temperature range (-20°C to +60°C), suiting Kenya's varied climate conditions from coastal heat to cooler inland regions.

Specifications Table:

Key Features:

• 17.5kWh high-capacity storage for demanding residential/commercial loads
• 6000+ deep discharge cycles — 10+ year design life
• 98%+ charge efficiency, minimizing energy loss
• Built-in smart BMS with comprehensive protection
• RS485/CAN communication for hybrid inverter integration
• Handles up to 10,000W max output/input power
• Maintenance-free — no water refilling or servicing needed
• Wide operating temperature range for Kenya's varied climates

FAQ:
Q: What can a 17.5kWh battery power?
A: It's suited to larger off-grid homes, commercial buildings, and heavier loads like air conditioning and multiple appliances — a good fit for households or businesses needing more capacity than a standard 5-10kWh battery.

Q: How does it compare to the Felicity 25kWh (FLA48500) battery?
A: The 17.5kWh LPBF48350 sits between the smaller 10.24kWh and the largest 25kWh options in the range — a strong middle-tier choice for demanding but not maximum-scale energy needs.

Q: Is it maintenance-free?
A: Yes, it requires no water refilling or regular servicing, unlike traditional lead-acid batteries.

Q: What's the expected lifespan?
A: Rated for 6000+ deep discharge cycles at 80% DoD, giving a realistic design life of 10+ years under normal use.